JUNE 26, 2026
City Garage Operated by Private Management Entitled to Tax Exemption
A Columbus nonprofit organization is entitled to a property tax exemption for a garage it operates near the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JUNE 25, 2026
Court Rejects Challenge to Columbia Gas Rate Increase
The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected challenges to Columbia Gas of Ohio’s $68 million rate increase approved by state regulators in 2023.
Utilities Can Charge Customers for Joint Operations of Older Power Plants
The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected a claim that consumers overpaid $115 million for electricity generated in 2020 by two coal-fired power plants, partially owned by three Ohio utilities.
JUNE 24, 2026
Making the Case: City’s Rental Inspections and Woman’s Conviction Considered
In the latest edition of “Making the Case,” the Supreme Court of Ohio hears a challenge to a Canton rental inspection law that allows the city to get a warrant to search for safety violations. The Supreme Court also considers a woman’s challenge to her child endangerment conviction.
Recent Court Decision Leads to Dismissal of Several School Board Property Tax Appeals
The Supreme Court of Ohio decided 47 cases today based on its prior ruling that a local board of education is unable to appeal the tax valuation of real property except for property it owns or leases.
JUNE 23, 2026
Supreme Court: Grandparents Challenge Mother’s Right to Regain Custody of Daughter
The case is one of seven the Court will consider during next week’s oral arguments.
A Summit County woman has battled her addiction and is in pursuit of regaining custody of her daughter. The daughter’s grandparents have legal custody of the child and question whether the mother and her new husband can adequately care for the girl.
Trial Court Could Dismiss Lawsuit Because Expert’s Statements Contradicted His Own Report
A Stark County trial court was within its right to reject an expert's sworn statement in a medical malpractice lawsuit because the statement contradicted his previously submitted written report, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JULY 2, 2026
From Ban to Boom: History of Fireworks Laws in Ohio
From handheld sparklers to dazzling displays that light up the night sky, fireworks have long been a staple of Fourth of July celebrations.
JUNE 26, 2026
Legal Legacy: Human Cannonball Fought for His Right of Publicity And Won
On June 28, 1977, the Supreme Court of the United States provided a landmark ruling in an Ohio case about a stuntman’s right to protect the commercial use of his identity. This is known as the right of publicity.
MAY 4, 2026
Legal Legacy: Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer
Thomas J. Moyer served as chief justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio for more than two decades. During his tenure, he ushered in a wave of modernization and reform, with leadership that extended well beyond the courtroom and reshaped how Ohio’s courts functioned.
JULY 6, 2026
New Judge Brings Years of Public Service to Portage County Municipal Court
A new judge is joining the Portage County Municipal Court bench to take the place of Judge Mark K. Fankhauser, who died earlier this year.
JUNE 16, 2026
Former Air Force JAG Attorney Brings Unique Experience to Supreme Court Bench
Judge Robert Hanseman of the Second District Court of Appeals said he enjoyed the experience of being assigned to a Supreme Court of Ohio case. He also explained he didn’t let his enthusiasm take away from the gravity of the case.
JUNE 15, 2026
Commitment to Service Leads Appellate Judge to Supreme Court
Having served the public in various military and legal roles for more than 30 years, Judge Kevin W. Popham of the Fifth District Court of Appeals felt honored and excited to hear a Supreme Court of Ohio case as an assigned judge.
JULY 6, 2026
Hearings Set for July Before Board of Professional Conduct
Two disciplinary cases are set for hearings before the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct in the month of July. Hearings take place at the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center before a three-member panel of the Board, are open to the public, and begin at 10 a.m., unless otherwise noted.
JULY 1, 2026
Supreme Court Adopts Restructuring of Court Rules
Changes have been made to restructure the rules governing Ohio’s courts. The Supreme Court of Ohio has moved numerous rules from the Rules of Superintendence to the appropriate Rules of Practice and Procedure.
New Practice and Procedure Rules for Courts Effective July 1
Changes to the practice and procedure rules governing Ohio courts take effect July 1. The amendments resulted from an annual review of all rules regarding court practices and procedures and a restructuring of the Rules of Superintendence.
JUNE 30, 2026
Law and AI: Ethics Guidance Delivered to Ohio Lawyers
Products powered by artificial intelligence are proving beneficial to many lawyers, streamlining tasks such as legal research, contract drafting and review, discovery, and large-scale document analysis. For judges and magistrates, AI tools also facilitate thorough legal research, along with document management, scheduling, and other court operations. However, the use of AI in the legal profession comes with the parallel need to exercise caution and ensure that actions align with the ethical requirements of the profession.
Seats of Justice: Morrow County
Largely unchanged since its dedication nearly two centuries ago, the beautiful Morrow County Courthouse offers visitors a glimpse into the past.
JUNE 26, 2026
Historic Honor: Speaker John A. Boehner's Bronze Portrait Unveiled at Supreme Court of Ohio
On June 24, 2026, the Supreme Court of Ohio marked a moment nearly a century in the making. Guests, family, and dignitaries gathered at the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center in Columbus to celebrate the unveiling of a bronze bas-relief portrait recognizing the Honorable John A. Boehner, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015.
Courthouses Across Ohio Celebrate America 250
As the 250th anniversary of the United States approaches, the Supreme Court of Ohio is highlighting the ways courts across Ohio are celebrating.
JUNE 23, 2026
Board of Professional Conduct Files Disciplinary Case Reports and Recommendations
The Ohio Board of Professional Conduct has filed four reports with the Supreme Court of Ohio.
JULY 2, 2026
Ohio Supreme Court considers if juvenile crimes should be considered in adult sentencing: WCMH
The Ohio Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday on a case that could lead justices to rethink how courts can use a defendant’s history against them.
Ohio Supreme Court upholds utility commission decision allowing coal plants bailout fee: Ohio Capital Journal
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld a decision last week that, according to its challengers, allowed utilities to overcharge customers to the tune of roughly $115 million. It brings an end to a narrow dispute that started in 2021 but has its roots in the Ohio House Bill 6 scandal.